History and Theory of the Documentary

Overview

Subject area

IMA

Catalog Number

70900

Course Title

History and Theory of the Documentary

Description

This course examines canonical films from the first 100 years of documentary filmmaking in their historical and theoretical context, and analyzes the formal and technological innovations of documentary's pioneers. The course also explores theintersections of documentary art with other art forms and considers the opportunities and responsibilities of a documentary storyteller.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

4

Requisites

024767

Course Schedule